CPSCSeptember 2, 2005

CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water

CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters

Why was CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water recalled?

Hydrogen gas can build up in the battery compartment and cause the battery cover and the battery package to forcefully expel from the product, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement. Contact: Consumers have been contacted directly by Aqua Scout. For additional information, contact Aqua Scout via e-mail at [email protected], by telephone at (315) 343-0369 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Aqua Scout Web site at www.aquascout.us

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Aqua Scout Water Scooters
Company
MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout, of Minetto, N.Y.
Quantity
About 475
Sold at
Online at the Aqua Scout Web site and through eBay, from May 2005 through July 2005, for about $120.
Recall date
September 2, 2005
Incidents / injuries
Aqua Scout has received five reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including two reports of minor injuries such as lacerations and bruising.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The Aqua Scout Water Scooter is a hand-held, battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller. There are no model numbers or brand name written on the scooter.

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